Celebrate both back-to-school and football season with this tale of teamwork, persistence, family and “Cajun craziness.” Written by the father-daughter/writer-illustrator team of Gary Alipio and Melina Alipio, this sweet tale of overcoming adversity on the playing field is design for readers ages 8-13. According to reviewer (and voice of the Saints) Mark Romig, the book is a touchdown. “This is a genuine coming of age story steeped in the best traditions of football, life’s lessons and family love,” he said.
More family-friendly new releases from Arcadia Publishing:
“Scrim on the Run! Coloring Book”
“Bébés, Beauty and Bees: Making Fancy Look Easy”
“Geaux Boudreaux”
Events around town:
The Write
Every Sat., 3 to 5 p.m. the DreamHouse Lounge
Presented by Broken Grammer, this weekly poetry writing event focuses on a different prompt. The event is open to writers of all levels. litwire.org
The Garden District Book Shop Book Club
Sept. 10, 6 p.m., The Garden District Book Shop
Each second Wednesday of the month, bookworms are invited to discuss a different title. This month’s selection is “Mercury Pictures Presents,” by Anthony Marra. The event is free and open to the public. gardendistrictbookshop.com
The Splice Poetry Series
Sept. 20, 6 p.m., the Saturn Bar
Writers Sommer Browning and Henry Goldkamp will read and perform their poems. This event is free and open to the public. litwire.org
Hota Kotb: “Jump and Find Joy” Book Tour
Sept. 26, 7:30 p.m., the Joy Theater
New Orleans favorite and former “Today Show” anchor Hota Kotb returns to New Orleans for her latest book on personal journey through change with her “Jump and Find Joy” tour. thejoytheater.com
